The Fitness Center

Expérience négative: Recently closed due to rent failure, owner doesn’t return payments people have made for the year, very unprofessional.

Expérience fantastique: One of the greatest environments you could ask for in a gym. Everyone is amazing, very old school vibe, and all the machines you could ask for. Mike himself is an amazing personal trainer and does a great job at keep everyone respectful & everything organized.

Expérience fantastique: One of my favourite places to train within the GTA. Mike is a gem and is Hall of Fame in my eyes. “Long, Live The Old School Gym.” Great facility, equipment and even better people. I can’t say enough nice things about this place. It is truly home and wish I lived closer. Much blessings to the entire family.

Expérience fantastique: amazing customer service!! very nice and friendly owner. amazing people amazing gym! highly recommended.

Expérience fantastique: Mike is hands down a great human. You can tell he loves what he does. Makes this gym feel like a home. The gym has loads of equipment and a lot of character. Great spot to make your home base

Expérience fantastique: Old school gym. I have a good time at. Nice attendant and old but good machines.

Expérience fantastique: I’ve been going to this place for many years because of the friendly and supportive atmosphere. The trainers are highly experienced and they truly help you to reach your fitness goals. If you want great value for your membership join the Fitness Center!

Expérience fantastique: Community environment. Friendly atmosphere. Overly invested staff and owner. The gym is clean, members are friendly and most importantly it’s never packed. The perfect gym at the perfect price.

Expérience fantastique: Hands down, this is a fantastic gym!! Mike the owner has years of experience and definitely knowns his stuff. Incredibly friendly and extremely qualified... push you to the limit in the best way possible with your workouts. The good thing having someone like MIKE with that much knowledge makes you feel safe, always there to help if you need a helping hand in setting realistic goals, regardless what your fitness level might be at the moment. He's a excellent personal trainer and has extremely qualified staff working with him, so you always feel comfortable, if you have any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend this gym to my family and friends.

Expérience fantastique: This family style “old school” gym is amazing! In all honesty it deserves 10 ⭐️. I have been a member since 2016 and have had the privilege of training with the owner Mike Jackson. His extensive knowledge, experience, and telling it as it is has helped me and many others over the years. The Fitness Centre has everything you need to be successful on you health and fitness journey, with an amazing staff, members and friendly environment.

Expérience positive: The best part about this gym is the people - super kind, friendly, and willing to help. The gym itself however seems to run on a low budget despite the membership fees similar to Good Life. For example, usually only half the lights are on so it is not bright inside. There aren’t dumbbells or plates in smaller increments (jumps from 5lbs to 10lbs to 15lbs etc.) so it’s very difficult to increase for upper body workouts. There are also no paper towels anywhere so the only way to clean the equipment is to use a towel you bring from home; however I don’t think I’ve ever seen anyone else clean equipment. There’s only one decent mat to use for floor exercises or stretches, but no designated area so I usually warm up at home. All in all, it is a perfectly good gym for a basic workout, but not worth the high membership fees.

Expérience fantastique: Fitness Center is not just a gym; it's a community led by an owner who's as active as their members! The welcoming atmosphere and friendly customers make every workout feel like a group effort towards a healthier lifestyle.

Expérience fantastique: When I first walked into this gym in September of 2023 I met Mike who said “Welcome to the best gym in all of Canada” and he was right.. An old school gym for sure there are areas to look into but also the best gym I have worked out in.

Expérience fantastique: Neighborhood gym. Great Selection of equipment.

Expérience fantastique: Awesome gym. It has a positive vibe and all the necessary equipments. I won my first competition at this gym so that says it all. which is great! The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful towards the members. I’ve had an amazing time …..

Expérience fantastique: I have been going to the fitness center for over 12 years and it is my favourite spot by far lots of equipment family oriented and the owner Mike is truly amazing always there to help and keep you motivated. If you aren't a member yet what are you waiting for you will not be disappointed

Expérience fantastique: Best gym in the GTA hands down. No rubber. Full iron gym. Mike and the staff are all excellent. Come here if you are a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the gym!

Expérience négative: When you call these people they don't care about you period, he plays likes he's so busy at 8:45am that he can't run his business properly and take a simple call to inform the general public on his prices. Because nothing is available online for you to help yourself. This man is completely egotistical and truly doesn't care about who comes or is interested in attending this gym....SMH

Expérience positive: Can be developed

Expérience fantastique: Nice and bery quiet gym

Expérience fantastique: Very satisfied

Expérience fantastique: I must say this is the best spot for you to go work on your body and same time get the most VIP SERVICE BY BROTHER MIKE.. big ups to KEN KEN. Got my full support and Smarttech sponsor

Expérience fantastique: Coach Mike Jackson is the best!! Oh, and the gym is pretty sweet too :)

Expérience fantastique: Pure Pumping Iron gym!

Expérience fantastique: Amazing gym. Great maschines

Expérience fantastique: Family-style gym. No one steals your stuff. Old school vibe with great members. Tons of equipment that are made from metal, not plastic. You can get your workout done and no one with bug you.

Expérience fantastique: As a World Champion title holder in bodybuilding as the UFE Women's Wellness division Champion for 2022. The Fitness Center is my go to gym. I love the atmosphere and old school vibe this place has. It is not like the other gyms with all the bells and whistles, it is a raw, old school gym with metal plates. Cardio equipment is also available on those days you just want to sweat out the day. Whether you are near or far in proximity to the gym (like me). It's worth the commute.

Expérience fantastique: Awesome gym. It has a positive vibe and all the necessary equipment for those that are serious about lifting. Deadlifts are allowed which is great! The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful towards the members. I’ve had an amazing time training here personally and have made tremendous strength gains while training here. Overall this is a great place to train. Highly recommend.

Expérience fantastique: Never had a better workout anywhere else in the world The Fitness Center is a classic gym, where the timeless spirit of dedicated athletes is all around you. Relive the Golden Days of training and join the community that calls this gym home.

Expérience fantastique: Old school bodybuilding gym. This is the designated place to seriously pack on muscle and get to work. The environment allows you to get back the basics of weight training and allows your mind to focus on your specific fitness goal. Highly recommend if you’re willing to leave it all out on that gym floor.

Expérience négative: Place is trash dirty all the stuff is old ripped or broken

Expérience fantastique: This gym Is better than planet fitness

Expérience négative: Very rude personnel. Owner treats you like a dog. The worst experience in my life. Don't go.

Expérience fantastique: More than a gym The fitness center is more than a gym; I consider it a community of great people working towards better health. I really appreciate the support of great trainers like Mike and Kenni.

Expérience fantastique: Very nice gym and positive environment, when you need help with form people usually tell you what to do right. The energy in the gym gets put into your training because of the people there. They help you with training by motivating you and giving you advice.

Expérience fantastique: It is a good environment to train, I've been coming to this gym for several years.The owner Mike Jackson is very helpful and knowledgeable.

Expérience fantastique: Just signed up here for the second time. I decided to get some personal training sessions this time. I was lucky enough to have Mike the owner provide the training. He is very patient and encouraging. The members of this gym all seem very chill and welcoming to people of all ages and fitness levels. The cost of membership and the personal training sessions are more than fair.

Expérience fantastique: Been going here for more than a few years now and I must say it's a fantastic gym. Drama and stress free . I recommend you pay the Fitness Center a visit!

Expérience fantastique: Mike's gym is the spot to find and become a gym legend. No commercialized nonsense like planet fitness and other gyms. This is the place for real gains.

Expérience fantastique: I have been going to the gym for a little over 6 months now and all I can say is it’s one big happy family, the owner Mike is always there to help out when needed. In my opinion, this gym is worth every penny because it’s never crowded like your typical big named gyms and has more versatile equipment that you won’t find at these newer gyms.

Expérience fantastique: This gym Is better than planet fitness

Expérience fantastique: Very welcoming atmosphere. Been coming here for awhile, and have felt at home from the start. Good mix of fitness levels among the members I’ve encountered, and everyone has been willing to lend a hand if needed. The owner is amazing!

Expérience fantastique: Mike Jackson is an awesome trainer. I’ve been training with him since August 2021. Very knowledge.

Expérience fantastique: UPDATED REVIEW!!! By far my favourite place to train/workout to this day! I now personal train out of The Fitness Center, the members are supportive and friendly to one another, Mike Jackson and my fellow trainers/employees go above and beyond to help and guide anyone that walks through those doors. Its an honour to have been a member and now an employee at The Fitness Center. I've been going to the fitness center for about 2.5 years. And I've been training under Mike Jackson's guidance for a year. The results I've gotten are mind blowing. Who knew with the expertise of an experienced knowledge person the results you could get in a short time period. The gym is organized and clean. It's an old school bodybuilding gym (gyms that are hard to find in this day and age) but caters to all fitness levels and goals. The weights are always reracked and you never have to look or wait for gym equipment. The atmosphere is great, we are all just one big family there. The staff are very professional and helpful. I'm so motivated when I'm at tfc, it's actually hard to keep me away from this place. Ive never had a bad experience. It's in a great location, right at keele and Lawrence, easy access via ttc and there is also free parking.

Expérience fantastique: First time working out and glad I found a trainer like Mike!

Expérience fantastique: Old school body building gym with a true workout atmosphere, this ain't a good life, we lift real iron plates here. Mike, will tell it like it is cause that's who he is. He's also a got a lifetime of training knowledge and has created multiple medal placing NATURAL fitness competitors. This gyms a hidden gem, even at its peak times you can get on your machine, or swap out with someone. Whether we intend to or not, we all end up apart of this gym family.

Expérience fantastique: Great

Expérience fantastique: Nice one.

Expérience fantastique: Amazing atmosphere for some serious training to lose the Covid 30!

Expérience fantastique: This gym Is better than planet fitness

Expérience fantastique: Great gym!

Expérience fantastique: Love this place.

Expérience fantastique: My favorite gym and excellent people

Expérience fantastique: The equipment here reminds me of the equipment they had in prison. I love it!

Expérience positive: The owner Mike, is very knowledgeable and is a great guy. The gym has alot of the old school equipment that you just can't find in other gyms.

Expérience fantastique: It's an old school gym with the best vibe and staff ever! There's always machines available and it's clean which is really important.

Expérience positive: Great atmosphere, always comfortable place to work out doesn't matter what shape your in! Mike always there to answer questions and give you tips. Old school gym but kept pretty clean. Good bang for the buck.

Expérience fantastique: It's an old school gym with the best vibe and staff ever! There's always machines available and it's clean which is really important.

Expérience fantastique: Mike is the best person I know. His dedication to his work reflects when you walk inside this gym, it's not an ordinary place just to work out; it's like a second home. Everyone knows each other, hours are flexible, there is help all around, & of course you make new friendships. Washrooms are clean, there is a variety of equipment, & the place is spacious.

Expérience fantastique: Mike is amazing. I have seriously bad knees and just had scoped on left knee in May 2019. Mike has been a blessing. He has shown me how to work the muscles around the knee safely so I can become much more stronger and more mobile. Now i workout and i can still walk around afterward. My knees aren't sticking and locking like before. Now I can make it in the next day to workout still. Thank you Mr Mike

Expérience négative: Smells really bad like mold and the place is very run down ! Definitely needs a to be renovated.

Expérience positive: Great gym. Super friendly staff.

Expérience positive: Super affordable. People are friendly and focused on themselves. No pressure, no drama. The equipment is old but if you know what you're doing, shouldnt be an issue, plus it matches the super low price! Great option for a low income gym goer like me

Expérience fantastique: Amazing gym it’s hardcore The owner Mike is amazing he’s the best. No distractions just get your workout it

Expérience fantastique: Excelente gym

Expérience fantastique: Great independent gym! Very clean and everything is in its place!!! There is a great culture in here that makes you feel welcome. Thank you!

Expérience positive: Small old gym, I go to a zumba class there, the instructor is amazing.

Expérience fantastique: Great venue, lots of equipment and space, lots of natural light too, great for all types of gym goers, the staff is very friendly and helpful and the amount of equipment available has allowed me to train without ever having to wait.

Expérience fantastique: The owner of this center is amazing. Very helpful. Takes time for each customer.

Expérience fantastique: This gym is a great place to be if you want to be apart of a fitness family and a motivating environment. Everyone is extremely kind and is always looking to help one another. There is a wide variety of equipment for any type of exercise you are doing and very spacious. The gym also provides tanning, waxing, and additional fitness classes which are extremely fun to take! Overall I have never had a bad experience at the fitness center and would highly recommend this gym to anyone!

Expérience fantastique: This place is great ...I've been going on and off for about a year . .the staff is great the people are nice and the gym it self is awesome ...if I had 4 thumbs I'd give it

Expérience fantastique: I have been a member of fitness center for 7 months and I totally recommend this gym for many reasons. It is a friendly environment, the staff are great and the people that workout at this gym are nonjudgmental. I feel comfortable working out in front of others. My Personal Trainer, Michael Jackson, is the best trainer I have ever had. He is a experienced, knowledgable and he will push you to your limit. He is amazing. I can’t believe my eyes when I look myself in the mirror. I never thought in a million years I could look so good. Thank you Mike. The gym is clean inside out, it is never overcrowded and the equipment is pretty good. Convenient location with lots of parking spots. I have tried large, spacious gym with lots of equipment but I never felt comfortable or motivate to go workout. This gym for me is perfect. It is pretty much my second home, where I get to exercise and meet friendly people.

Expérience fantastique: Words cannot describe how amazing this gym is! I went to several gyms and nothing is like this gym at the fitness center! I been here a year and a half and I’m getting the results I wanted. I love this gym !!!

Expérience fantastique: I love the chilled-out/non-competitive atmosphere of this great gym. The owner, Mike, is knowledgeable and helpful, and I always feel welcomed. That's why I've been going for over 25 years and will never change gyms.

Expérience fantastique: I love this place , people are very very friendly and my instructor is the best.

Expérience fantastique: Relaxed friendly place

Expérience positive: equipment is a bit outdated, showers need some work. But if you're looking to just work out and go home it's ok.

Expérience positive: Great equipment. Gym reminds one of the olden days. Absolutely no frills.

Expérience fantastique: 1 year and counting! Travelling all the way from east end -  It has changed me for the better and for good. I owe it to Mike - the owner and his gym...the fitness centre. I have been to many other gyms in the past but can say for sure...Mike the owner/trainer is the real deal - Been training with Mike for a year now and wouldn't go to any other gym...trained at lifetime, goodlife and all the other fancy gyms but the fitness centre has everything i need... you never have to wait for a machine...the people who train there are friendly and welcoming... Mike is someone who you can trust to see results and who tells you how it is. I am a member for life, thanks mike

Expérience fantastique: I have been to many dieticians and gym facilities and have gotten the most results by far, here at The Fitness Center!! I have lost over 25lbs by following the nutrition and training advice by the owner Mike Jackson. He is very knowledgeable and trains you according to your strengths and weaknesses, not some franchise cookie cutter training regime.I have been there for a few months now and call this gym my home away from home, my gym family. If you want frills, and bells and whistles on your equipment, and tvs on your cardio machines, then this is not the place for you. But last time i checked, you dont burn more calories by watching tv. I never have to wait for machines which gets me in and out of the gym in no time. The equipment is tried and true, no nonsense training- strictly results. As for the staff being rude, one must have done something pretty bad to be treated poorly. I have NEVER had a negative experience interacting with staff whatsoever. The price is right, and i get what i want from this gym=results! As for the individual who goes to the gym just for a treadmill, and has the audacity to complain about the facilities,FYI you can spend the same amount as you paid for the membership and BUY yourself a treadmill and use it at HOME. Great place. Thankful I found it!

Expérience fantastique: Best results Best trainer

Expérience fantastique: I started going to The Fitness Centre a year and a half ago and immediately I was greeted by friendly faces. Mike, the owner of the gym is very knowledgeable and thorough, and has helped me get in the best shape of my life! The members of the gym are friendly and very encouraging, and you feel like part of the family when you walk in. You never have to wait for equipment like big box gyms and weights/quipment is always where it should be. I highly encourage you to check out the gym! You won't be disappointed.

Expérience fantastique: The Fitness centre is an amazing place and Im proud to call it my second home. Its a peaceful, calm atmosphere and the gym is nearly almost empty thus making it a great place to get a workout. The staff are all nice and never fail to say hello. My experiences here have been irreplaceable. Ive learned so much not only about myself but about the ins and out of how to work my body to its limits pushing myself day in and day out and I have met many people that I now call my friends. The owner and my trainer Mike Jackson has proved countless times that he is a never ending pool of knowledge when it comes to working out and dieting. Training under him has been a beneficial and life changing experience for me and I would recommend this gym to anyone who is looking for a great place to workout.

Expérience fantastique: A gym that is like a family. Love it there. Great environment. Come see for yourself.

Expérience fantastique: I have been exercising for more than two months. I found that place, facility ,equipment and instructors are awesome. Very happy that it is my best decision to join this facility.

Expérience fantastique: If you`ve been struggling to make a healthy lifestyle change or having trouble losing weight,toning up or building muscle. The Fitness Centre is the place to be. It`s not your typical Goodlife, La fitness or worlds gym but it`s a results based gym. It`s not to often you can go to a gym and see that a high percentage of its members are in shape. However you`ll notice this at the Fitness Centre.

Expérience fantastique: Great gym, highly recommend it!

Expérience fantastique: Amazing Gym. Staff are very knowledgeable. The owner Mike Jackson is great. I have been training with Mike for a year now and have seen amazing results. I would recommend this gym to anyone looking to get in shape or take the physique to a new level.

Expérience fantastique: The fitness center is an awesome well run facility. The owner Mike Jackson is very experienced, in fact one the most experience trainers I know. Mike clients do so well many opt to compete in fitness shows. I see someone here mentioning that his equipment is old. I'll tell you what, walk into the fitness center one day and checkout the awards and accomplishments Mike clients have achieved........And keep achieving! You won't see that at any Wynn or Goodlife. The fitness Center is for anybody wanting an awesome fitness experience with one of the top trainers in Ontario. Keep up the outstanding job Mike.

Expérience fantastique: My HAPPY place !! I’ve been to gyms all across the globe but none are as welcoming and supportive as The Fitness Center !! Anyone can open a fancy gym and throw glitz and glamour in your face to join their gym , but NONE (that I know of) are dedicated to the people who work out there as The Fitness Center - owned by Mike Jackson . Not only does Mike own the gym , he’s a personal trainer as well . He cares about the people that work out at his gym and gives out pointers when he can . The equipments at this gym , some I’ve NEVER seen before ! It targets the right body part - straight to the point !! We have a great ratio of men and women that train here at all hours . I enjoy the vibe that I get when I enter this gym . People are really focussed and determined to meet their goals and their energy rubs off on others that are among them . People travel from Ajax , Vaughan , Markham , Mississauga , you name it , JUST to come to our gym because they know what they get here - RESULTS !!

Expérience fantastique: This gum has become my home. Great energy and great people. People train hard here and I can not see myself working out anywhere else.

Expérience fantastique: Idk what ppl are talking about with staff and the owner being rude, Mike works with everyone and makes them champions they have nothing but a great experience with him ! Forget the haters on here making up stories. Anyways, this is the best gym I have been to in the area by far. The ppl are friendly and the owner has an amazing personality! I am proud to call everyone at this gym family. The gym itself is amazing also. Great equipment, has everything you need and more! Newly renovated, gym is very clean, has a pro shop and great prices on memberships! Amazing experience here, I wouldn't go to any other gym after training here. Women friendly also. Give it a try and join the team, home of true champions!!! for any of your fitness goals come see Mike

Expérience fantastique: This gym is by far the best gym. The staff can't get any friendlier than this and great atmosphere to make you work hard towards your goal. If you ever need some help you can always turn to the staff there. Overall Highly recommended.

Expérience fantastique: Amazing Gym. Amazing people. One of a KIND

Expérience fantastique: If you`ve been struggling to make a healthy lifestyle change or having trouble losing weight,toning up or building muscle. The Fitness Centre is the place to be. It`s not your typical Goodlife, La fitness or worlds gym but it`s a results based gym. It`s not to often you can go to a gym and see that a high percentage of its members are in shape. However you`ll notice this at the Fitness Centre.

Expérience fantastique: Great gym, super friendly and fun atmosphere. Recent updates look great. Mike is super knowledgeable about training and I see his clients getting great results!

Expérience fantastique: I've been going to The Fitness Center for a few years now. The staff are always welcoming and courteous. I also booked personal training last year with Mike the owner because of a vacation I was going on. He mostly trains bodybuilding competitors so I was a little apprehensive at first, but I'm glad I went through with it because I was more than happy with the results. He's a genius at what he does and it was worth every penny spent. Overall, the gym has a very positive vibe with outgoing and friendly members. I'd definitely recommend this place to my family and friends.

Expérience négative: This gym does not even deserve a star! The machines are old, the place is far from clean or nice, people do not wipe the equipment after they use it, the locker rooms are disgusting and worst of all the customer service is HORRIBLE - worst I have ever experienced in my life. I signed up because of the low prices, close to my house and because I only use the treadmill, which suited my needs. However, no matter if they gym is fancy/exclusive or modest, the customer needs to be treated with respect and courtesy, as any person deserves it. The owner, Mike Jackson, yelled, threatened and intimidated me and used very aggressive words and body language (pointing his index finger, close to my face). I could only tell him to calm down twice because he would not let me talk and at one point I had to ask him to stop spitting in my face while talking! (yes he was that close!). He went as far as to say "You don't want to mess with me, you don't know what I'm capable of". It was humiliating and way out of line, a bully who only relies on fear and intimidation - unfortunately. I honestly don't know what he is taking, steroids maybe, no idea, but I found it awfully disrespectful. Although I agree with the previous comment about not-women friendly at all, this just indicates that this person is just plain aggressive and a bully. Point of the story is, I do not recommend this gym to anyone. I regret going to him and giving him access to my personal information. I believe if you sign up for a service and provide your details there is a level of trust and decency the business owner should maintain and not intimidate or threaten you. However, that was not the case. I will look for a decent gym with respectful customer service, this gym is not worth the price!

Expérience négative: i go at night the gym is dirty never gets cleaned the leg press has been broken for over a month the dumbbells are all loose and they false advertise the hours of the gym they do not close at 11 they now close at 10 which is a joke the only good thing about the gym is its almost always empty and the owner mike is a very nice guy unfortunately the night staff member does not clean and i end up with rashes on my arm avoid this gym